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Last Updated: 06/08/2025

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The Karakoram is a major mountain range spanning the borders of Pakistan, India, and China, with its greatest part in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. It is one of the Greater Ranges of Asia, which also includes the Himalayas, Hindu Kush, and Pamirs.
- Location: The Karakoram Range stretches over 500 kilometers (310 miles) and encompasses parts of Pakistan, India, and China.

- Highest Peaks: The range includes some of the world's highest peaks, including K2, which at 8,611 meters (28,251 feet) is the second-highest mountain on Earth after Mount Everest.

- Glaciers: The Karakoram has the highest concentration of glaciers outside the polar regions, with notable glaciers such as the Siachen Glacier and the Baltoro Glacier.

The Karakoram Range remains a symbol of natural grandeur and a testament to the Earth's geological dynamism, attracting scientists, geographers, and explorers.
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